wesak

/ˈwiːsæk/

Definitions

1. noun

a Buddhist festival, also known as Vesak, marking the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha

“The monk led a procession through the streets to celebrate Wesak, the holiest of Buddhist holidays.”

2. noun

a moon phase in the Buddhist calendar, sometimes referred to as Wesak moon

Synonyms

  • Buddha's birthday
  • Vesak

Antonyms

  • non-religious holiday
  • secular celebration